Owen: name meaning and origin

Owen

well-born, noble

Welsh · Boy · 2 syllables

Owen is a Welsh name meaning "well-born, noble". It has 2 syllables, stressed on O, and is traditionally a boy's name.

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Sibling names for Owen

  • Owen & Ada Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Owen & Adeline Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Owen & Darius Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Owen & Eleanor Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Owen & Frederick Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Owen & Freya Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Owen & Harriet Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Owen & Henry Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.

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Questions about Owen

What does the name Owen mean?

Owen is a Welsh name meaning "well-born, noble".

How many syllables are in Owen?

Owen has 2 syllables (O-wen), with the stress usually on "O".

Is Owen a boy's or girl's name?

Owen is traditionally a boy's name.